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LSU Tigers starting quarterback Max Johnson to enter transfer portal

A week after announcing Brian Kelly as its new coach, LSU is poised to lose starting quarterback Max Johnson along with his brother, Jake, a prized tight end recruit.

Max Johnson announced Tuesday that he plans to enter the transfer portal.

A sophomore and the son of former NFL quarterback Brad Johnson, he emerged as the team's starter late last year and appeared in every game this season.

He threw 27 touchdowns and six interceptions this season as LSU went 6-6 (3-5 SEC). He also ran for one score.

Jake Johnson, the No.